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Adult Share R U 4 $ale

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I dive into a lot of synth punk and synth pop, but among all that, the approach of Detroit’s Adult is always in its own realm. Like the lyrics of this tune, “the chaos is what they want;” they cross between frantic beats and discordant blips that make their sound seem otherworldly…and just on the edge of being completely anti-pop. Nikola Kuperus’ vocals provide an extra layer of discord, alternating between seductive and purposeful yelps/howls that drive home the band’s messaging. Their aim here: “to meet a burning world of greed and disarray with defiant, and masterfully assembled chaos.” No one is doing it quite like they do, which is why we’re itching to hear all of Kissing Luck Goodbye, out March 27th via Dais Records.

The Matthew Teardrop Orchestra Drop Hard Feelings Video

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Wanted you to wake up this morning with some riotous energy, and what better way to embark on that journey than to grab a hold of a new video from The Matthew Teardrop Orchestra. Last last year, they dropped their excellent self-titled EP, and one of the standout tunes now gets the proper video treatment, giving us the opportunity to throw some weight. This song is as anthemic as it gets, with the constant howl of “hard feeling” hitting the listener time and time again; it brings me great joy to just belt this one out at the top of my lungs, just as Matthew Teardrop does! They carry their punk aesthetics throughout their hometown of Detroit, and in the back of a van, illustrating their ties to their home and the joy with which they approach their songwriting. Crank it up my friends. Grab the EP over HERE.

The Doozers Share Start Me Up, My Friend

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While I’ve been wallowing in the mellower tunes of today, think its time we up the ante here and give you something punchy and joyous, like the new single from Detroit’s the Doozers. This song’s all about immediacy, grabbing you with its hook-laden nature from the minute you start to press play; the guitars and thumping rhythmic pulse instantly had my head bobbing and my toes tapping (no cap!). You might be able to file the band’s sound in the landscape adjacent to acts like the Strokes, particularly in their last album’s world. It’s a freeing track that just lets you celebrate in the joy of your own existence, and no matter how cool you think you are, this tune will still grab you.

Winged Wheel Announce Big Hotel

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After Shellac came out of nowhere with an announcement this week, it only seems fitting that there’s more surprises in the 2024 release schedule, like a brand new LP from Detroit’s Winged Wheel. We’re just about two years removed from No Island, and it looks like they’ve added Steve Shelley to the mix too for a new album. There’s this swirling ominousness that opens the track, building this almost sterile world of darkness; it feels like the precursor to a murder in a parking garage (if it had a cooler soundtrack). Whitney’s voice comes in like an echo, hauntingly bouncing between the lines of the band’s craft. There are certainly moments where one could go explosive and just phone it in, but I appreciate how they’ve just locked into the groove here. Big Hotel is out May 3rd via 12XU.

Sugar Tradition Drop Don’t Leave Me

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If you thought the tenacity of Motor City music was dead and buried once we gave the torch to Jack White (I think he tried to extinguish it!), then you better stop right where you are and turn on Sugar Tradition. After the slight bit of boogie from their first single “Fragile,” they turn things up a notch here, drawing from the city’s history and aim to tear right into your heart with a howling performance that’s likely to force your soul to leave your body, if only to shake it on stage with the band. While I love the ferocity, what really works here is the thunderous drum work; it feels at times as if things are completely out of control as pounding notes and cymbals crash in your ears. You want your hair blown back? Grab More Sugar from Feel It Records on October 13.

Bobby Emmett Shares Sludgy New Single

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Though Detroit based musician Bobby Emmett may be unfamiliar to you, it’s possible you’ll recognize him, like me, from his over the top performances as a touring musician with Sturgill Simpson. Well it turns out Emmett can play a bit, and also has a knack for songwriting as evidenced by his new single “See No Evil.” It’s a sort of boozy, blues inspired jam with touches of funk inspiration and spectacular drum work. Check it out and enjoy below.

More From Ritual Howls

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unnamed (6)Around a month ago we shared with you guys a new single from Detroit based up and coming band Ritual Howls. Well today we’ve got another new single for you in the form of this new track “Park Around the Corner”. Yet again I am intrigued by the band’s ability to blend heavy pop elements from a group like Joy Division, and mesh them well with a poppier industrial band like Cold Cave. One can even sense a hint of Nathan’s favorite artist Marilyn Manson…. I suggest you check it out now.

This track will appear on Into the Water due out August 19th on felte.

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Big Sean – “One Man Can Change The World”

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Big Sean’s album Dark Sky Paradise is the best hip-hop album of 2015 so far. If you haven’t checked it out you’re doing yourself a disservice. Big Sean doesn’t get as much lyrical attention as some of his contemporaries but he is a definitive artist and deserves more attention than he gets, though he gets plenty. Ultimately, this is not a plug for that his newest album. Big Sean’s song “One Man Can Change The World” featuring Kanye West and John Legend from Dark Sky Paradise is an amazing song. Largely based on the teachings of his grandmother growing up, Big Sean has crafted a beautiful tribute to his grandmother, which even includes a brief interaction between the two. Sadly, his grandmother died during the production process so she never got to hear the final product. It’s heartfelt all the same.

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Fresh Tune from Turn to Crime

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turntocrimeOoh, this is something special indeed.  Today we got this new track from Turn to Crime in our inbox, and it’s a pretty necessary track for you to stream today.  I love the way it was recorded with a really hollow vocal stretched out atop the stomping groove established by the rest of the group.  This is the lead single from the Detroit group, who will be releasing their debut album, Can’t Love, on July 1st via Old Flame Records/Mugg and Bopp Records.  There’s definitely a different sound going on here, which I think you all will take a liking too.

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The Dirtbombs Go Bubblegum

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dirtbombsThe Detroit explosion brought on by Jack White and Eminem seemed to have overlooked The Dirtbombs, or maybe the band preferred it that way.  Regardless, they’re back in the fold with a new LP that pays homage to a more polished version of rock n’ roll.  They’ve titled the new album Ooey Gooey Chewy Ka-Blooey, and it’ll see a release by In the Red Records on September 17th.  This track below seems so simple you might overlook it at first, but I suggest you play it three or four times on repeat; you won’t be able to stop playing it after that point.

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